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Japanese Language and Culture Nine-year Program (4–5–6) /1 ©Alberta Education, Alberta, Canada (2007)

This program of studies is intended for students who are beginning their study of Japanese language and culture in Grade 4. It constitutes the first three years of the Japanese Language and Culture Nine-year (9Y) Program (Grade 4 to Grade 12).

INTRODUCTION Japanese, spoken by over 125 million people in the world, is one of the world’s 10 principal languages; and Japan, with its long and evolving cultural history, is the repository of a wealth of tradition in the arts, history, religion, sports and other cultural areas. Japan is a leader in many fields, including science, technology and medicine; it plays an important role as a world economic leader; and its culture continues to have significant impact far beyond its borders. Interactions and partnerships between Alberta and Japan have a long history of importance in many aspects of Alberta’s economy. Alberta’s ties with Japan continue to be very strong. Japan is one of Alberta’s top trading partners, and Alberta is a popular destination for Japanese tourists. Partnerships with Japan are also very important in the education of Alberta’s students. A large number of Alberta’s students and schools are involved in exchanges and twinning programs with Japan, which enhance language and cultural learning. The success of these programs has made important contributions to enhancing the language skills and cultural/intercultural development of Alberta’s students.

There is significant evidence to suggest that learning another language contributes to the development of increased abilities in the first language and enhances cognitive functioning. Learning another language increases the ability to conceptualize and to think abstractly, and it fosters cognitive flexibility, divergent thinking, creativity and metalinguistic competence. The study of Japanese greatly contributes to the potential of students to achieve success in their futures. For students who have no prior connection to the Japanese language and culture, this program of studies offers an opportunity to learn about and build bridges with a unique and influential culture. For students who already have some knowledge of Japanese, there is the opportunity to maintain and develop literacy in the language. For students with a family connection to the culture, there is the opportunity to renew contact with their heritage language and culture. To learn Japanese as an additional language is to embark on a profound experience of cross-cultural exploration. This program of studies promotes intercultural communication and intercultural understanding, through students’ learning about a culture that may be distinctly different from their own. Students find learning Japanese to be

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challenging yet fun. They are often fascinated by the opportunity to learn about historical and contemporary elements of Japanese culture. The ability to speak Japanese gives students a competitive edge in today’s global marketplace and workplace. It improves the potential for career opportunities in Canada, Japan and other parts of the world in a variety of fields, such as marketing, tourism, teaching and information technology. Learning Japanese also provides students with the opportunity to meet the entrance requirements of many post-secondary institutions in Alberta and across Canada, and it provides students with the foundation that will allow them to consider opportunities for further studies in Japan. ASSUMPTIONS The following statements are assumptions that have guided the development of this program of studies.

• Language is communication. • All students can be successful learners of

language and culture, although they will learn in a variety of ways and acquire proficiency at varied rates.

• All languages can be taught and learned. • Learning Japanese leads to enhanced learning

in both the student’s primary language and in related areas of cognitive development and knowledge acquisition.

THE CONCEPTUAL MODEL The aim of this program of studies is the development of communicative competence in Japanese. Four Components For the purposes of this program of studies, communicative competence is represented by four interrelated and interdependent components.

Applications deal with what the students will be able to do with the language, the functions they will be able to perform and the contexts in which they will be able to operate. Language Competence addresses the students’ knowledge of the language and their ability to use that knowledge to interpret and produce meaningful texts appropriate to the situations in which they are used. Global Citizenship aims to develop intercultural competence, with a particular focus on Japanese culture. Strategies help students learn and communicate more effectively and more efficiently. Each of these components is described more fully at the beginning of the corresponding section of this program of studies. Modes of Communication Because of the focus on using language to communicate in specific contexts, with a particular purpose or task in mind, three modes of communication are used to organize some of the specific outcomes. Interaction is most often direct, face-to-face oral communication, but it can take the form of written communication between individuals, using a medium such as e-mail where the exchange of information is fairly immediate. It is characterized principally by the opportunity to negotiate meaning actively; that is, helping others understand and working to understand others. Interactive communication generally requires quicker processing but less accuracy than the other two modes. Interpretation is receptive communication of oral and written messages in contexts where the listener or reader is not in direct contact with the creator of the message. While there is no opportunity to ask for clarification, there is sometimes the possibility of rereading or listening again, consulting references, or making the


meaning clearer in other ways. Reading and listening will sometimes involve viewing and interpreting visual elements, such as illustrations in books or moving images in television and film. Interpretation goes beyond a literal comprehension to include an understanding of some of the unspoken or unwritten meaning intended by the speaker or author.

Production is communication of oral and written messages in contexts where the audience is not in personal contact with the speaker or writer, or in situations of one-to-many communication; e.g., a lecture or a performance where there is no opportunity for the listener to interact with the speaker. Oral and written presentations will sometimes be enhanced by representing the meaning visually, using pictures, diagrams, models, drama techniques or other nonverbal forms of communication. Greater knowledge of the language and culture is required to ensure that communication is successful, since the participants cannot directly negotiate meaning. A Spiral Progression Language learning is integrative, not merely cumulative. Each new element that is added must be integrated into the whole of what has gone before. The model that best represents the students’ language learning progress is an expanding spiral. Their progression is not only vertical (e.g., increased proficiency), but also horizontal (e.g., broader range of applications and experience with more text forms, contexts and so on). The spiral also represents how language learning activities are best structured. Particular lexical fields, learning strategies or language functions, for example, are revisited at different points in the nine-year program (i.e., in different grades/courses), but from a different perspective, in broader contexts or at a slightly higher level of proficiency each time. Learning is reinforced, extended and broadened with each successive pass.

ORGANIZATION OF THE PROGRAM OF STUDIES General Outcomes General outcomes are broad statements identifying the knowledge, skills and attitudes that students are expected to achieve in the course of their language learning experience. The four general outcomes serve as the foundation for this program of studies and are based on the conceptual model outlined above. Applications [A] • Students will use Japanese in a variety of

situations and for a variety of purposes. Language Competence [LC] • Students will use Japanese effectively and

competently. Global Citizenship [GC] • Students will acquire the knowledge, skills

and attitudes to be effective global citizens. Strategies [S] • Students will know and use strategies to

maximize the effectiveness of learning and communication.

Grade 7

Grade 10

Grade 12

Applications Strategies Global

Citizenship

Language Competence

Global Citizenship Strategies

Japanese Language and Culture 30-9Y

Japanese Language and Culture Grade 8

(Nine-year Program)

Japanese Language and Culture Grade 4

(Nine-year Program)


The order in which the general outcomes are presented in this program of studies does not represent a sequential order, nor does it indicate the relative importance of each component. The general outcomes are to be implemented in an integrated manner. Specific Outcomes Each general outcome is further broken down into specific outcomes that students are to achieve by the end of each grade. The specific outcomes are interrelated and interdependent. In most classroom activities, a number of learning outcomes will be dealt with in an integrated manner. The specific outcomes are categorized under cluster headings, which show the scope of each of the four general outcomes. These headings are shown in the table on the following page. The specific outcomes are further categorized by strands, which show the developmental flow of learning from the beginning to the end of the program. However, an outcome for a particular grade will not be dealt with only in that particular year of the program. The spiral progression that is part of the conceptual model means that activities in the years preceding will prepare the ground for acquisition and in the years following will broaden applications.


General Outcomes

Applications

Language Competence

Students will use Japanese in a variety of situations and for a variety of purposes. A–1 to impart and receive information A–2 to express feelings and personal

perspectives A–3 to get things done A–4 to form, maintain and change interpersonal

relationships A–5 to extend their knowledge of the world A–6 for imaginative purposes and personal

enjoyment

Students will use Japanese effectively and competently. LC–1 attend to form LC–2 interpret texts LC–3 produce texts LC–4 interact LC–5 apply knowledge of the sociolinguistic/

sociocultural context LC–6 apply knowledge of how discourse is

organized, structured and sequenced

Global Citizenship

Strategies

Students will acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be effective global citizens. GC–1 historical and contemporary elements of

Japanese culture GC–2 affirming diversity GC–3 personal growth and future opportunities

Students will know and use strategies to maximize the effectiveness of learning and communication. S–1 language learning S–2 language use S–3 general learning


Guide to Reading the Program of Studies

LC–3 produce texts

Grade 4 (Nine-year Program)

Students will be able to:



LC

–3.1

sp

eaki

ng a. produce simple spoken

words and phrases in guided situations

a. produce short, simple spoken sentences in guided situations

a. produce simple spoken sentences in guided situations

LC

–3.2

w

ritin

g

a. copy simple written words and phrases in guided situations

a. produce short, simple written sentences in guided situations

a. produce simple written sentences in guided situations

LC

–3.3

re

pres

entin

g

a. use visuals and other forms of nonverbal communication to express meaning in guided situations

a. use a variety of visuals and other forms of nonverbal communication to express meaning in guided situations

a. use visuals and other elements of a variety of media to express meaning in guided situations

General Outcome for Language Competence Students will use Japanese effectively and competently.

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Applications

Students will use Japanese in a variety of situations and for a variety of purposes.

to impart and receive information

to express feelings and personal perspectives

to form, maintain and change interpersonal relationships

to get things done

to extend their knowledge of the world

for imaginative purposes and personal enjoyment

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APPLICATIONS The specific outcomes under the heading Applications deal with what the students will be able to do with the language; that is, the functions they will be able to perform and the contexts in which they will be able to operate. The functions are grouped under six cluster headings—see the illustration on the preceding page. Under each of these headings there are one or more strands, which show the developmental flow of learning from grade to grade. Each strand, identified by a strand heading at the left end of a row, deals with a specific language function; e.g., share factual information. Students at any grade level will be able to share factual information. Beginning learners will do this in very simple ways. As students gain more knowledge and experience, they will broaden the range of subjects they can deal with, they will learn to share information in writing as well as orally, and they will be able to handle formal and informal situations. Different models of communicative competence have organized language functions in a variety of ways. The organizational structure chosen here reflects the needs and interests of students in a classroom where activities are focused on meaning and are interactive. For example, the strand entitled “manage group actions” has been included to ensure that students acquire the language necessary to function independently in small groups, since this is an effective way of organizing second language classrooms. The strands under the cluster heading “to extend their knowledge of the world” will accommodate a content-based approach to language learning where students learn content from another subject area as they learn Japanese.

The level of linguistic, sociolinguistic and discourse competence that students will exhibit when carrying out the functions is defined in the specific outcomes for Language Competence for each grade. To know how well students will be able to perform the specific function, the Applications outcomes must be read in conjunction with the Language Competence outcomes.


A–1 to impart and receive information





A–1

.1

shar

e fa

ctua

l in

form

atio

n

a. share basic information; e.g., their name, their age

b. identify concrete people,

places and things

a. ask for and provide information

b. respond to simple,

predictable questions c. describe people, places and

things

a. describe people, places, things and series or sequences of events or actions

A–2 to express feelings and personal perspectives Students will be able to:

A–2

.1

shar

e id

eas,

thou

ghts

, fee

ling

s,

opin

ions

, pre

fere

nces

a. express simple preferences b. express a personal response c. respond to and express basic

feelings

a. identify favourite people, places or things

b. express a personal response to a variety of situations

c. express and respond to basic feelings

a. inquire about and express likes and dislikes

b. record and share thoughts and ideas with others

General Outcome for Applications Students will use Japanese in a variety of situations and for a variety of purposes.


A–3 to get things done





A–3

.1

guid

e ac

tions

of

oth

ers

a. indicate basic needs and wants

b. give and respond to simple oral instructions or commands

a. suggest a course of action and respond to a suggestion

b. make and respond to a variety of simple requests

c. ask for permission in

classroom settings

a. encourage or discourage others from a course of action

b. give and follow a simple sequence of instructions

c. ask, grant or withhold

permission in classroom settings

A–3

.2

stat

e pe

rson

al

act

ions

a. respond to offers and instructions

a. indicate a simple choice from among options

b. express a wish or a desire to

do something

a. make an offer and an invitation, and respond to offers and invitations made by others

b. inquire about and express the ability and inability to do something

c. state personal actions in the past, present and future

A–3

.3

man

age

gr

oup

actio

ns

a. manage turn taking b. encourage other group

members to act appropriately

a. ask for help or for clarification of what is being said or done in the group

a. encourage other group members to participate

b. assume a variety of roles and

responsibilities as group members

c. check for agreement and understanding

A–4 to form, maintain and change interpersonal relationships


A–4

.1

man

age

pers

onal

re

latio

nshi

ps

a. exchange greetings and farewells

b. address a new acquaintance

and introduce themselves c. exchange some basic

personal information d. make an apology e. gain another’s attention f. express gratitude

a. talk about themselves and respond to the talk of others by showing attention or interest

b. express and respond to gratitude

c. apologize and respond to apology

a. initiate relationships b. use appropriate ways to make

and break social engagements c. refuse politely



A–5 to extend their knowledge of the world





A–5

.1

disc

over

an

d ex

plor

e

a. explore the immediate environment in a variety of ways

a. make and talk about personal observations

a. ask questions to gain knowledge and understanding

A–5

.2

gath

er a

nd o

rgan

ize

info

rmat

ion

a. gather simple information b. organize items in different

ways

a. sequence items in different ways

b. record and share personal knowledge of a topic

a. compare items in simple ways b. compose questions to guide

research c. identify sources of

information d. record observations

A–5

.3

solv

e

prob

lem

s

a. participate in problem-solving situations

a. identify a problem, and offer or search for solutions

b. choose between alternative solutions

a. identify and describe a problem

b. understand and use the steps in the problem-solving process

A–5

.4

expl

ore

opin

ions

an

d va

lues

a. listen attentively to the opinions expressed

b. respond sensitively to the

ideas and works of others

a. make connections between behaviour and values; e.g., in texts or role-play

b. recognize and respect differences of opinion

a. express their views on a variety of topics within their direct experience

b. gather opinions on a topic within their direct experience



A–6 for imaginative purposes and personal enjoyment





A–6

.1

hum

our/f

un

a. use the language for fun

a. use the language for fun a. use the language for fun and to experience simple humour

A–6

.2

crea

tive/

aest

hetic

pu

rpos

es

a. use the language creatively

a. use the language creatively a. use the language creatively and for aesthetic purposes

A–6

.3

pers

onal

en

joym

ent

a. use the language for personal enjoyment




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Language Competence

Students will use Japanese effectively and competently.

attend to form

apply knowledge of the sociolinguistic/sociocultural

context

apply knowledge of how discourse is organized,

structured and sequenced

produce texts interpret texts

interact

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LANGUAGE COMPETENCE Language competence is a broad term that includes linguistic or grammatical competence, discourse competence, sociolinguistic or sociocultural competence, and what might be called textual competence. The specific outcomes under Language Competence deal with knowledge of the Japanese language and the ability to use that knowledge to interpret and produce meaningful texts appropriate to the situations in which they are used. Language competence is best developed in the context of activities or tasks where the language is used for real purposes; in other words, in practical applications. The various components of language competence are grouped under six cluster headings—see the illustration on the preceding page. Under each of these headings there are several strands, identified by strand headings at the left end of each row, which show the developmental flow of learning from grade to grade. Each strand deals with a single aspect of language competence. For example, under the cluster heading “attend to form,” there are strands for sound system, writing systems, lexicon and grammatical elements. Although the outcomes isolate these individual aspects, language competence should be developed through classroom activities that focus on meaningful uses of the language and on language in context. Tasks will be chosen based on the needs, interests and experiences of students. The vocabulary, grammatical structures, text forms and social conventions necessary to carry out a task will be taught, practised and assessed as students are involved in various aspects of the task itself, not in isolation. Strategic competence is often closely associated with language competence, since students need to learn ways to compensate for low proficiency in the early stages of learning if they are to engage in authentic language use from the beginning. This component is included in the language use strategies in the Strategies section.


LC–1 attend to form





LC

–1.1

so

und

syst

em

a. recognize and pronounce basic kana-based (moraic) sounds

b. pronounce some common words and phrases properly

c. use intonation to express

meaning d. distinguish particular

Japanese sounds

a. recognize and pronounce most kana-based (moraic) sounds

b. pronounce familiar words and phrases properly

c. recognize familiar borrowed

words; e.g., Canada

a. consistently recognize and pronounce kana-based (moraic) sounds

b. recognize some of the effects that intonation has in different situations

c. recognize and pronounce familiar borrowed words

LC

–1.2

w

ritin

g sy

stem

s

a. recognize and read basic hiragana

b. copy familiar hiragana words

c. recognize a few familiar, isolated words in katakana

d. demonstrate an understanding of the differences in appearance among the three writing systems

a. write basic hiragana b. read the complete hiragana

system c. recognize and copy some

familiar words in katakana d. copy familiar phrases and

sentences

a. consistently read and write the complete hiragana system

b. write some familiar words in katakana

c. recognize some simple kanji

LC

–1.3

le

xico

n

a. use a repertoire of words and phrases in familiar contexts, within a variety of lexical fields, including: • self • classroom • friends • any other lexical fields

that meet their needs and interests

a. use a repertoire of words and phrases in familiar contexts, within a variety of lexical fields, including: • food • family/pets • house • school • any other lexical fields

that meet their needs and interests

a. use a repertoire of words and phrases in familiar contexts, within a variety of lexical fields, including: • daily routine • sports/hobbies • animals • clothing • any other lexical fields that

meet their needs and interests

(continued)



(continued) LC–1 attend to form Grade 4

(Nine-year Program) Grade 5


(Nine-year Program)


a. use, in modelled situations,1 the following grammatical elements: ..........................................

LC

–1.4

gr

amm

atic

al e

lem

ents

• V ます • V て(ください) • A いです • V masu • V te (kudasai) • A i desu

• V て(ください) • V ましょう • V ませんか • NaA です • N じゃないです/

じゃありません • V te (kudasai) • V mashou • V masen ka • NaA desu • N ja nai desu/ja

arimasen

• V ています • V てもいいです（か） • V てはいけません/

だめです • V たいです • A い/NaA な+ N • N じゃなかったです/

じゃありませんでした • N ができます/じょうずで

す/とくいです/へたです • N がいちばん A/NaA です • V te imasu • V temo ii desu (ka) • V te wa ikemasen/dame desu • V tai desu • A i/NaA na + N • N ja nakatta desu/ja

arimasen deshita • N ga dekimasu/jouzu

desu/tokui desu/heta desu • N ga ichiban A/NaA desu

(continued) Legend N means noun V means verb A means i-adjective NaA means na-adjective


1. Modelled Situations: This term is used to describe learning situations where a model of specific linguistic elements is consistently provided and immediately available. Students in such situations will have an emerging awareness of the linguistic elements and will be able to apply them in very limited situations. Limited fluency and confidence characterize student language.





(Nine-year Program)


b. use, in structured situations,2 the following grammatical elements: .........................................

LC

–1.4

gr

amm

atic

al e

lem

ents

• N です • N をください • N がすきです • N desu • N o kudasai • N ga suki desu

• V ます/ません • A い(です) • V masu/masen • A i (desu)

• V て • V てください • V ました/ませんでした • V ましょう • V ませんか • A いです • A くないです • NaA です • NaA じゃないです/

じゃありません • N じゃないです/

じゃありません • N でした • N がいいです • N は/があります/います • V te • V te kudasai • V mashita/masendeshita • V mashou • V masen ka? • A i desu • A ku nai desu • NaA desu • NaA ja nai desu/ja arimasen • N ja nai desu/ja arimasen • N deshita • N ga ii desu • N wa/ga arimasu/imasu

(continued)

Legend

N means noun V means verb A means i-adjective NaA means na-adjective


2. Structured Situations: This term is used to describe learning situations where a familiar context for the use of specific linguistic elements is provided and students are guided in the use of these linguistic elements. Students in such situations will have increased awareness and emerging control of the linguistic elements and will be able to apply them in familiar contexts with teacher guidance. Student language is characterized by increasing fluency and confidence.





(Nine-year Program)


c. use, independently and consistently,3 the following grammatical elements: ...........................

LC

–1.4

gr

amm

atic

al

elem

ents

• N です • N がすきです • N をください • N desu • N ga suki desu • N o kudasai

• V ます/ません • V masu/masen

Legend N means noun V means verb A means i-adjective NaA means na-adjective

3. Independently and Consistently: This term is used to describe learning situations where students use specific linguistic elements consistently in a variety of contexts with limited or no teacher guidance. Fluency and confidence characterize student language.



LC–2 interpret texts Grade 4



(Nine-year Program)


LC

–2.1

lis

teni

ng a. understand simple spoken

sentences on familiar topics in guided situations

a. understand short, simple oral texts on familiar topics in guided situations

a. understand short, simple oral texts on familiar topics in guided situations

LC

–2.2

re

adin

g

a. understand simple written words and phrases in guided situations

a. understand short, simple written sentences in guided situations

a. understand short, simple written sentences in guided situations

LC

–2.3

vi

ewin

g an

d no

nver

bal

inte

rpre

tatio

n

a. derive meaning from visuals and other forms of nonverbal communication in guided situations

a. derive meaning from a variety of visuals and other forms of nonverbal communication in guided situations

a. derive meaning from visuals and other elements of a variety of media in guided situations

LC–3 produce texts Students will be able to:

LC

–3.1

sp

eaki

ng a. produce simple spoken

words and phrases in guided situations

a. produce short, simple spoken sentences in guided situations

a. produce simple spoken sentences in guided situations

LC

–3.2

w

ritin

g

a. copy simple written words and phrases in guided situations

a. produce short, simple written sentences in guided situations

a. produce simple written sentences in guided situations

LC

–3.3

re

pres

entin

g

a. use visuals and other forms of nonverbal communication to express meaning in guided situations

a. use a variety of visuals and other forms of nonverbal communication to express meaning in guided situations

a. use visuals and other elements of a variety of media to express meaning in guided situations



LC–4 interact Grade 4



(Nine-year Program)


LC

–4.1

in

tera

ctiv

e

flue

ncy

a. engage in simple interactions, using words and short phrases

a. engage in simple interactions, using simple sentences

a. engage in simple interactions, using simple sentences

LC–5 apply knowledge of the sociolinguistic/sociocultural context


LC

–5.1

re

gist

er

a. speak at a volume appropriate to classroom situations

b. respond to tone of voice c. address others appropriately

a. recognize that some topics, words or intonations are inappropriate in certain contexts

a. distinguish between formal and informal situations

LC

–5.2

id

iom

atic

ex

pres

sion

s a. imitate idiomatic expressions; e.g., ohayou gozaimasu, arigatou gozaimasu

a. imitate idiomatic expressions; e.g., ohayou gozaimasu, arigatou gozaimasu

a. imitate idiomatic expressions

LC

–5.3

va

riat

ions

in

lang

uage

a. experience a variety of voices

a. acknowledge and accept individual differences in speech

a. experience variations in speech; e.g., age and gender

LC

–5.4

so

cial

co

nven

tions

a. imitate simple routine social interactions

b. use basic social expressions appropriate to the classroom

a. use basic conventions of politeness

b. use appropriate oral forms of address for people frequently encountered

a. recognize verbal behaviours that are considered impolite

b. recognize simple social conventions in formal interactions

LC

–5.5

no

nver

bal

com

mun

icat

ion

a. understand the meaning of, and imitate, some common nonverbal behaviours used in Japanese culture

a. experiment with using some simple nonverbal means of communication

b. recognize that some

nonverbal behaviours may be inappropriate in certain contexts

a. recognize appropriate nonverbal behaviours in a variety of familiar contexts



LC–6 apply knowledge of how discourse is organized, structured and sequenced Grade 4



(Nine-year Program)


LC

–6.1

co

hesi

on/c

oher

ence

a. imitate speech that uses simple link words

b. recognize the basic usage of

a few particles

a. understand the basic usage of the topic marker wa

b. link words in simple ways;

e.g., to

a. sequence elements of a simple story, process or series of events

b. link simple sentences coherently

LC

–6.2

te

xt f

orm

s

a. experience a variety of oral text forms

b. recognize some simple oral

text forms

a. recognize some simple oral text forms

a. recognize some simple oral and written text forms

LC

–6.3

pa

ttern

s of

soc

ial

inte

ract

ion

a. respond using very simple social interaction patterns; e.g., question–answer, greeting–response

a. initiate interactions and respond using simple social interaction patterns; e.g., acceptance/nonacceptance

a. initiate interactions and respond using a variety of simple social interaction patterns; e.g., statement–reaction


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Global Citizenship Japanese Language and Culture Nine-year Program (4–5–6) /23 ©Alberta Education, Alberta, Canada (2007)

Global Citizenship

Students will acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes

to be effective global citizens.

historical and contemporary elements of Japanese culture

personal growth and future opportunities

affirming diversity

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GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP The learning outcomes for Global Citizenship deal with the development of intercultural competence, encompassing some of the knowledge, skills and attitudes that students need in order to be effective global citizens. The concept of global citizenship includes citizenship at all levels, from the local school and community to Canada and the world. The various components of global citizenship are grouped under three cluster headings—see the illustration on the preceding page. Under each of these headings there are several strands, identified by strand headings at the left end of each row, which show the developmental flow of learning from grade to grade. Each strand deals with a single aspect of intercultural competence. For example, under the cluster heading “historical and contemporary elements of Japanese culture,” there are strands for accessing/analyzing cultural knowledge, knowledge of Japanese culture, applying cultural knowledge, diversity within Japanese culture and valuing Japanese culture. Developing cultural knowledge and skills is a lifelong process. Knowledge of one’s own culture is acquired over a lifetime. Cultures change over time. Rather than simply developing a bank of knowledge about Japanese culture, it is more important for students to develop skills in accessing and understanding information about culture and in applying that knowledge for the purposes of interaction and communication. Students will gain cultural knowledge in the process of developing these skills. In this way, if they encounter elements of Japanese culture they have not learned about in class, they will have the skills and abilities to deal with them effectively and appropriately.

The “affirming diversity” heading covers knowledge, skills and attitudes that are developed as a result of bringing other languages and cultures into relationship with one’s own. There is a natural tendency when learning a new language and culture to compare it with what is familiar. Many students leave a second language learning experience with a heightened awareness and knowledge of their own language and culture. They will also be able to make some generalizations about languages and cultures based on their experiences and those of their classmates, who may have a variety of cultural backgrounds. This will provide students with an understanding of diversity within both a global and a Canadian context.


GC–1 historical and contemporary elements of Japanese culture





GC

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a. participate in activities and experiences that reflect elements of Japanese culture

b. ask questions, using English, about elements of the culture experienced in class

a. make observations of Japanese culture; e.g., as it is portrayed in texts and in the community

b. seek out information about Japanese culture from authentic sources

a. compare and make connections between some elements of Japanese culture and their own culture

GC

–1.2

kn

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a. explore some elements of Japanese culture

b. identify some things they have

in common with Japanese people their own age

GC

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know

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a. recognize elements of Japanese culture in the classroom

a. identify elements of Japanese culture in the school and community

a. identify similarities and differences between Japanese culture and their own culture

b. apply knowledge of Japanese culture to interpret similarities and differences between that culture and their own culture

GC

–1.4

di

vers

ity w

ithin

Ja

pane

se c

ultu

re a. experience diverse elements

of Japanese culture

a. identify some elements that reflect diversity within Japanese culture

a. identify similarities and differences among diverse groups within Japanese culture

GC

–1.5

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g Ja

pane

se

cultu

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a. participate in cultural activities and experiences

a. participate in cultural activities and experiences

b. share their perspectives

about cultural activities and experiences

a. identify similarities between themselves and Japanese people

b. express an interest in finding out about Japanese people and various aspects of Japanese culture

General Outcome for Global Citizenship Students will acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes to be effective global citizens.

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GC–2 affirming diversity





GC

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aren

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e a. distinguish between their first language and Japanese

a. identify differences between their first language and Japanese

a. identify similarities and differences between their first language and Japanese

GC

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l lan

guag

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a. explore the variety of languages spoken by those around them

b. identify similarities among

words from different languages within their personal experience

a. identify differences and similarities among writing systems from different languages within their personal experience

b. identify ways that languages can be learned

a. recognize that in any language there are different words for the same thing

GC

–2.3

aw

aren

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of o

wn

cult

ure a. explore similarities between

their own culture and other cultures

a. recognize similarities between their own culture and other cultures

b. make connections between

individuals or situations in texts and their own personal experiences

a. recognize and identify similarities and differences between their own culture and other cultures; e.g., seasonal activities, food

GC

–2.4

ge

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l cul

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l kn

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a. participate in activities and experiences that reflect elements of different cultures

a. recognize that a variety of cultural practices are followed by their schoolmates and by different groups in their community

b. recognize that culture is expressed in a variety of ways

a. recognize that speakers of the same language may come from different cultural backgrounds

b. recognize some of the factors

that affect the culture of a particular region; e.g., geography, climate

GC

–2.5

va

luin

g di

vers

ity a. work and play with others

who are different

a. engage in activities that reflect other ways of doing things or other perspectives

a. engage in activities that reflect other ways of doing things or other perspectives

b. explore the limitations of adopting a single perspective

(continued)



(continued) GC–2 affirming diversity





GC

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s

a. adapt to new situations; e.g., listening to Japanese, seeing Japanese writing

a. listen, with attention, to the opinions of others

b. initiate and maintain new

relationships

a. reflect on their actions and the consequences of their actions for others

b. explore how their perspective is shaped by a variety of factors

GC–3 personal growth and future opportunities


GC

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Ja

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cultu

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a. suggest some reasons for learning Japanese

a. identify some reasons for learning Japanese

b. identify some personal uses

they have made of their knowledge of Japanese language and culture

a. identify some careers for which knowledge of Japanese is useful

b. identify some places that they could visit where Japanese is spoken

c. identify some personal

reasons for learning Japanese

GC

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cu

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rsity

a. explore some reasons for participating in activities and experiences that reflect elements of different cultures

b. suggest some reasons for learning an additional language

a. identify some personal uses they have made of their knowledge of different languages and cultures

b. identify some reasons for

learning additional languages

a. identify some careers for which knowledge of different languages and cultures is useful

b. identify some personal

reasons for learning additional languages and for learning about world cultures

c. identify some places where there is significant linguistic and cultural diversity


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Strategies Japanese Language and Culture Nine-year Program (4–5–6) /29 ©Alberta Education, Alberta, Canada (2007)

Strategies

Students will know and use strategies to maximize the effectiveness

of learning and communication.

language learning language use

general learning

30/ Japanese Language and Culture Nine-year Program (4–5–6) Strategies (2007) ©Alberta Education, Alberta, Canada

STRATEGIES Under the Strategies heading are specific outcomes that will help students learn and communicate more effectively. Strategic competence has long been recognized as an important component of communicative competence. The learning outcomes that follow deal not only with compensation and repair strategies, important in the early stages of language learning when proficiency is low, but with strategies for language learning, language use in a broader sense, as well as general learning strategies that help students acquire content. Although people may use strategies unconsciously, the learning outcomes deal only with the conscious use of strategies. The strategies are grouped under three cluster headings—see the illustration on the preceding page. Under each of these headings there are several strands that show the development of awareness and skill in using strategies from grade to grade. Each strand, identified by a strand heading at the left end of the row, deals with a specific category of strategy. Language learning and general learning strategies are categorized as cognitive, metacognitive and social/affective. The language use strategies are organized by communicative mode: interactive, interpretive, productive. The strategies that students choose depend on the task they are engaged in as well as on other factors, such as their preferred learning style, personality, age, attitude and cultural background. Strategies that work well for one person may not be effective for another person, or may not be suitable in a different situation. For this reason, it is not particularly useful to say that students should be aware of, or able to use, a specific strategy at a particular grade level. Consequently, the specific outcomes describe the students’ knowledge of and ability to use general types of strategies. More specific strategies for each general category or type are included in the sample list of strategies below. The specific strategies provided in the sample list are not prescriptive but are provided as an illustration of how the general strategies in the specific outcomes might be developed.

Teachers need to know and be able to demonstrate a broad range of strategies from which students are then able to choose in order to communicate effectively. Strategies of all kinds are best taught in the context of learning activities where students can apply them immediately and then reflect on their use. SAMPLE LIST OF STRATEGIES Language Learning Strategies Cognitive • listen attentively • perform actions to match the words of a song,

story or rhyme • learn short rhymes or songs, incorporating

new vocabulary or sentence patterns • imitate sounds and intonation patterns • memorize new words by repeating them

silently or aloud • seek the precise term to express meaning • repeat words or phrases in the course of

performing a language task • make personal dictionaries, kana cards and

kanji cards • experiment with various elements of the

language • use mental images to remember new

information and writing systems • group together sets of things—vocabulary,

structures—with similar characteristics • identify similarities and differences between

aspects of Japanese and your own language • look for patterns and relationships • use previously acquired knowledge to

facilitate a learning task • associate new words or expressions with

familiar ones, either in Japanese or in your own language

• find information, using reference materials such as dictionaries, textbooks, the Internet and human resources

• use available technological aids to support language learning; e.g., CDs, computers, DVDs, audio recordings


• make word maps, mind maps, diagrams, charts or other graphic representations to make information easier to understand and remember

• place new words or expressions in a context to make them easier to remember

• use induction to generate rules governing language use

• seek opportunities outside of class to practise and observe

• perceive and note down unknown words and expressions, noting also their context and function

• use hiragana and katakana charts • memorize characters by writing them

repeatedly or reading them silently or aloud Metacognitive • check copied writing for accuracy • make choices about how you learn • rehearse or role-play language • decide in advance to attend to the language

learning task • reflect on language learning tasks with the

guidance of the teacher • make a plan in advance about how to approach

a language learning task • reflect on the listening, speaking, reading and

writing process • decide in advance to attend to specific aspects

of input • listen or read for key words • evaluate your performance or comprehension

at the end of a task • keep a learning log • experience various methods of language

acquisition, and identify one or more considered to be particularly useful personally

• be aware of the potential of learning through direct exposure to the language

• know how strategies may enable coping with texts containing unknown elements

• identify problems that might hinder successful completion of a task, and seek solutions

• monitor your speech and writing to check for persistent errors

• be aware of your strengths and weaknesses, identify your needs and goals, and organize strategies and procedures accordingly

Social/Affective • initiate or maintain interaction with others • participate in shared reading experiences • seek the assistance of a friend to interpret a

text • reread familiar self-chosen texts to enhance

understanding and enjoyment • work cooperatively with peers in group

activities • understand that making mistakes is a natural

part of language learning • experiment with various forms of expression,

and note their acceptance or nonacceptance by more experienced speakers

• participate actively in brainstorming and conferencing as prewriting and postwriting exercises

• use self-talk to feel competent to do the task • be willing to take risks and to try unfamiliar

tasks and approaches • repeat new words and expressions occurring in

your conversations, and make use of these new words and expressions as soon as possible

• reduce anxiety by using mental techniques such as positive self-talk or humour

• work with others to solve problems and get feedback on tasks

• provide personal motivation by arranging your own rewards when successful

Language Use Strategies Interactive • use words from your first language to get

meaning across; e.g., use a literal translation of a phrase in the first language, use a first language word but pronounce it as in Japanese

• acknowledge being spoken to, using verbal and nonverbal cues such as hai, ee, soudesu ka and nodding

• interpret and use a variety of nonverbal cues to communicate; e.g., mime, pointing, gestures, pictures

• indicate lack of understanding verbally or nonverbally; e.g., wakarimasen, tilted head

• assess feedback from a conversation partner to recognize when a message has not been understood


• ask for clarification or repetition when you do not understand; e.g., mou ichido itte kudasai, ~tte nandesu ka

• use other speakers’ words in subsequent conversations

• start again, using a different tactic, when communication breaks down

• use a simple word similar to the concept to convey, and invite correction; e.g., hon for kyoukasho

• invite others into the discussion; e.g., dou omoimasu ka

• ask for confirmation that a form used is correct; e.g., ii desu ka, tadashii desu ka

• use a range of fillers, hesitation devices and gambits to sustain conversations; e.g., eeto …, anou …, soudesu ne, demo …, sumimasen

• use circumlocution to compensate for lack of vocabulary; e.g., hon no heya for tosho-shitsu

• repeat part of what someone has said to confirm mutual understanding; e.g., ~to yuu koto desu ka, ~ n desu ka

• summarize the point reached in a discussion to help focus the talk; e.g., ja, tsumari

• ask follow-up questions to check for understanding; e.g., wakarimasu ka

• use suitable phrases to intervene in a discussion; e.g., tokorode, chotto, sumimasen

• self-correct if errors lead to misunderstandings Interpretive • use gestures, intonation and visual supports to

aid comprehension • make connections between texts on the one

hand and prior knowledge and personal experience on the other

• use illustrations to aid reading comprehension • determine the purpose of listening • listen or look for key words • listen selectively based on purpose • make predictions about what you expect to

hear or read based on prior knowledge and personal experience

• use knowledge of the sound–symbol system or kanji to aid reading comprehension; e.g., sounding out aloud katakana words

• infer probable meanings of unknown words or expressions from contextual clues

• prepare questions or a guide to note down information found in a text

• use key content words or discourse markers to follow an extended text

• reread several times to understand complex ideas

• summarize information gathered • assess your information needs before listening,

viewing or reading • use skimming and scanning to locate key

information in texts • use knowledge of writing systems to identify

functions of parts of sentences • use knowledge of writing systems to aid

reading • use physical markers that divide sections of

text to assist comprehension Productive • mimic what the speaker says • use nonverbal means to communicate • copy what others say, write or do; e.g., bowing • use words visible in the immediate

environment • use resources to increase vocabulary • use familiar repetitive patterns from stories,

songs, rhymes or media • use illustrations to provide detail when

producing your own texts • use various techniques to explore ideas at the

planning stage, such as brainstorming or keeping a notebook or log of ideas

• use knowledge of sentence patterns to form new sentences

• be aware of and use the steps of the writing process: prewriting (gathering ideas, planning the text, research, organizing the text), writing, revision (rereading, moving pieces of text, rewriting pieces of text), correction (grammar, spelling, punctuation), publication (reprinting, adding illustrations, binding)

• use a variety of resources to correct texts; e.g., personal and commercial dictionaries, checklists

• take notes when reading or listening to assist in producing your own text

• revise and correct final versions of texts • use circumlocution and definition to

compensate for gaps in vocabulary


• apply grammar rules to improve accuracy at the correction stage

• compensate for avoiding difficult structures by rephrasing; e.g., polite form instead of plain form

General Learning Strategies Cognitive • classify objects and ideas according to their

attributes; e.g., red objects and blue objects, or animals that eat meat and animals that eat plants

• use models • connect what is already known with what is

being learned • experiment with, and concentrate on, one

thing at a time • focus on and complete learning tasks • write down key words and concepts in

abbreviated form to assist with performance of a learning task

• use mental images to remember new information

• distinguish between fact and opinion when using a variety of sources of information

• formulate key questions to guide research • make inferences, and identify and justify the

evidence on which these inferences are based • use word maps, mind maps, diagrams, charts

or other graphic representations to make information easier to understand and remember

• seek information through a network of sources, including libraries, the Internet, individuals and agencies

• use previously acquired knowledge or skills to assist with a new learning task

Metacognitive • reflect on learning tasks with the guidance of

the teacher • choose from among learning options • discover how your efforts can affect learning • reflect upon your thinking processes and how

you learn • decide in advance to attend to the learning task • divide an overall learning task into a number

of subtasks

• make a plan in advance about how to approach a task

• identify your needs and interests • manage your physical working environment • keep a learning journal, such as a diary or a

log • develop criteria for evaluating your work • work with others to monitor your learning • take responsibility for planning, monitoring

and evaluating your learning experiences Social/Affective • watch others’ actions and copy them • seek help from others • follow your natural curiosity and intrinsic

motivation to learn • participate in cooperative group learning tasks • choose learning activities that enhance

understanding and enjoyment • be encouraged to try, even though mistakes

might be made • take part in group decision-making processes • use support strategies to help peers persevere

at learning tasks; e.g., offer encouragement, praise, ideas

• take part in group problem-solving processes • use self-talk to feel competent to do the task • be willing to take risks and to try unfamiliar

tasks and approaches • monitor your level of anxiety about learning

tasks, and take measures to lower it if necessary; e.g., deep breathing, laughter

• use social interaction skills to enhance group learning activities


S–1 language learning





S–1.

1 co

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a. use simple cognitive strategies, with guidance, to enhance language learning

a. use a variety of simple cognitive strategies, with guidance, to enhance language learning

a. identify and use a variety of cognitive strategies to enhance language learning

S–1.

2 m

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ogni

tive

a. use simple metacognitive strategies, with guidance, to enhance language learning

a. use a variety of simple metacognitive strategies, with guidance, to enhance language learning

a. identify and use a variety of metacognitive strategies to enhance language learning

S–1.

3 so

cial

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ve

a. use simple social and affective strategies, with guidance, to enhance language learning

a. use a variety of simple social and affective strategies, with guidance, to enhance language learning

a. identify and use a variety of social and affective strategies to enhance language learning

General Outcome for Strategies Students will know and use strategies to maximize the effectiveness of learning and communication.

See pages 30 and 31 for a sample list of language learning strategies.


S–2 language use





S–2.

1 in

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a. use simple interactive strategies, with guidance

a. use a variety of simple interactive strategies, with guidance

a. identify and use a variety of interactive strategies

S–2.

2 in

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a. use simple interpretive strategies, with guidance

a. use a variety of simple interpretive strategies, with guidance

a. identify and use a variety of interpretive strategies

S–2.

3 pr

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tive

a. use simple productive strategies, with guidance

a. use a variety of simple productive strategies, with guidance

a. identify and use a variety of productive strategies

See pages 31 to 33 for a sample list of language use strategies.



S–3 general learning





S–3.

1 co

gniti

ve

a. use simple cognitive strategies, with guidance, to enhance general learning

a. use simple cognitive strategies to enhance general learning

a. identify and use a variety of cognitive strategies to enhance general learning

S–3.

2 m

etac

ogni

tive

a. use simple metacognitive strategies, with guidance, to enhance general learning

a. use simple metacognitive strategies to enhance general learning

a. identify and use a variety of metacognitive strategies to enhance general learning

S–3.

3 so

cial

/aff

ecti

ve a. use simple social and

affective strategies, with guidance, to enhance general learning

a. use simple social and affective strategies to enhance general learning

a. identify and use a variety of social and affective strategies to enhance general learning


See page 33 for a sample list of general learning strategies.

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